Nagaland Chief Information Commissioner I Meyionen Jamir today said, that the Right to Information Act (RTI) is significant in promoting transparency, accountability, and for elimination of corruption in public authorities.
 
During the celebration of RTI Week in the Kiphire district, Mr. Jamir said that accountability is a cornerstone of the human rights framework and comprises the dimensions of responsibility, answerability, and enforceability. He remarked that a lack of knowledge about duty bearers often hinders citizens from exercising their rights under the RTI Act. Mr. Jamir also informed that Kiphire District was chosen to observe RTI Week 2023 due to its status as the only aspirational district in Nagaland. 

The Commissioner said Kiphire faces challenges in socio-economic development and being a remote district in the State, the aim of the drive is to raise awareness about their rights and entitlements regarding welfare schemes.
 
The State Chief Information Commissioner further appealed to the Heads of Offices to educate the public to be self-reliant and actively participate in societal development.